Diablo® II: Resurrected™ Reopens the Gates of Hell September 23
June 13 2021 - 1:48PM
Business Wire
The faithfully remastered action role-playing
game classic is coming to Windows® PC, and for the first time to
Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and
Nintendo Switch™
Preorder today for early access to the upcoming
open beta test on supporting platforms
On September 23, players around the world can save Sanctuary
from certain doom in Diablo® II: Resurrected™, the definitive
remastering of Diablo II and its Lord of Destruction® expansion—two
landmark entries in the company’s genre-defining action
role-playing series.
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In Diablo II: Resurrected, the original game’s iconic 2D
character models become fully realized 3D heroes who inhabit a
boldly re-envisioned dark fantasy world of Sanctuary rife with
rich—and often gory—detail. To take advantage of today’s modern
gaming hardware, Diablo II: Resurrected supports up to 4K
resolution and includes fully remastered 7.1 Dolby Surround audio*.
Those who still fondly remember the ambiance of the original game’s
gripping storytelling sequences can also look forward to all 27
minutes of cinematics, recreated with stunning high-fidelity
visuals that faithfully reproduce the critically acclaimed
originals and match the spirit of the modernized game’s
graphics.
While Diablo II: Resurrected takes full advantage of today’s
modern gaming hardware, it also preserves the timeless
hack-and-slash gameplay that is as engrossing and enjoyable today
as it was twenty years ago—with a few quality-of-life updates
Diablo veterans have been clamoring for, such as a larger stash and
automatic gold pickup. Players experiencing teary-eyed nostalgia as
they relive fond memories of spinning hammers and exploding corpses
can seamlessly swap between the modern graphics and the original
800x600 resolution experience with the push of a button.
“The Lord of Terror has demanded that we remaster Diablo II, and
we are excited to do his bidding by bringing Diablo II: Resurrected
to PC and console players this September, with cross-progression†
so everyone can enjoy it on their preferred system,” said J. Allen
Brack, president of Blizzard Entertainment. “We also look forward
to welcoming new and returning Diablo players to our upcoming
multiplayer open beta. Their feedback will help us put the
finishing touches on a game we hope players will continue to enjoy
for many years to come.”
A Diablo II: Resurrected multiplayer open beta will take place
on supporting platforms in August, featuring five of the final
game’s seven highly customizable character classes for players to
choose from—the Amazon, Barbarian, Paladin, and Sorceress from the
core game, as well as the Druid from the included Lord of
Destruction expansion. The Necromancer and Assassin will be
available when the game officially launches.
Developed by Blizzard Entertainment and in-house studio
Vicarious Visions, Diablo II: Resurrected will be available at
launch on Windows® PC via Battle.net®, and on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox
One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Nintendo Switch™.
Diablo II: Resurrected will be available as a standalone
experience (suggested retail price $39.99) or as part of the Diablo
Prime Evil Collection (suggested retail price $59.99), which
includes:
- Diablo II: Resurrected
- The Diablo III Eternal Collection, comprising Diablo III, the
Reaper of Souls™ expansion, and the Rise of the Necromancer content
pack
- The Mephisto pet and Hatred’s Grasp wings for Diablo III
Players who preorder Diablo II: Resurrected or the Diablo Prime
Evil Collection will receive a Heritage of Arreat transmog for
Diablo III (available in-game by September 23), which gives Diablo
III barbarians access to the iconic blue war paint and leather
armor of the Diablo II barbarian. Preorders also unlock early
access to the open beta test taking place in August on supporting
platforms.
To learn more about Diablo II: Resurrected and the open beta
test, visit the official site at www.diablo2.com. Foolish mortals
can also follow the Dark Lord on Twitter @Diablo.
For screenshots and other assets, visit
http://blizzard.gamespress.com.
About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft®,
Hearthstone®, Overwatch®, Warcraft®, StarCraft®, and Diablo®
franchises, and the multifranchise Heroes of the Storm®, Blizzard
Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision
Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of
entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s
most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track
record includes twenty-three #1 games** and numerous Game of the
Year awards. The company's online gaming service, Battle.net®, is
one of the largest in the world, with millions of active
players.
*4K resolution and 7.1 Dolby Surround require platforms and
equipment that support those features. †Cross-progression requires
a linked Battle.net account and separate Diablo II: Resurrected
license for each supporting platform. **Sales and/or downloads,
based on internal company records and reports from key
distributors.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements:
Information in this press release that involves Blizzard
Entertainment's expectations, plans, intentions or strategies
regarding the future, including statements about Diablo II:
Resurrected content, including the availability, features, and
functionality of Diablo II: Resurrected and any Diablo II:
Resurrected beta tests, are forward-looking statements that are not
facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that
could cause Blizzard Entertainment's actual future results to
differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking
statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product
delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of
Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and
any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking
statements in this release are based upon information available to
Blizzard Entertainment and Activision Blizzard as of the date of
this release, and neither Blizzard Entertainment nor Activision
Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking
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made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not
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